I release what I cannot control and focus on what I can.
West invites us to loosen our grip. Not because we don't care — but because caring does not require control. There comes a moment when we must distinguish between what belongs in our hands and what belongs beyond our reach. Caring for someone through decline, uncertainty, or increased dependence often breeds a fierce desire to control outcomes. We tell ourselves: If I just do more, research more, manage better, things will improve. But caregiving teaches a hard truth: You can control your effort, but you cannot control the illness, the timeline, or the outcome. West is the setting sun — the direction of letting go. Here you release:
Letting go is not abandonment. It is wisdom. Plans change. Abilities shift. Answers remain elusive. West teaches that you can release your grip on certainty while still showing up with steady, imperfect love. This is not failure. This is choosing where your energy belongs — presence, kindness, advocacy, rest — and trusting that what you've given is enough. If this direction resonates, you may wish to pause with the accompanying reflection questions: West — Letting Go With Intention
If this direction resonates, you may wish to pause with the accompanying reflection questions:
West — Letting Go With Intention
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